Cogent

Cogent Communications

Company type	Public
Traded as	NASDAQ: CCOI
Industry	Telecommunications
Founded	1999
Founder	Dave Schaeffer
Area served	Worldwide
Key people	Dave Schaeffer (CEO)
Products	Internet access, data transport, colocation services
Revenue	$568.1 million (2020)
Operating income	$108.1 million (2020)
Net income	$9.1 million (2020)
Number of employees	1,000 (2020)
Website	www.cogentco.com

Cogent Communications is a multinational telecommunications company headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States. The company was founded in 1999 by Dave Schaeffer and specializes in providing Internet access, data transport, and colocation services.

History

Cogent Communications was established in 1999 by Dave Schaeffer. The company quickly expanded its network by acquiring 13 other Internet service providers (ISPs) between 2001 and 2004. This rapid expansion allowed Cogent to build a robust and extensive network infrastructure.

Services

Cogent Communications offers a range of services including:

• Internet access: High-speed internet services for businesses and enterprises.
• Data transport: Secure and reliable data transport services.
• Colocation services: Data center services that provide space, power, and cooling for servers and other computing hardware.

Network

Cogent operates one of the largest and most interconnected networks in the world. The company's network spans across North America, Europe, and Asia, providing extensive coverage and connectivity.

Market Presence

Cogent Communications is publicly traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol CCOI. The company serves a diverse range of customers, including small and medium-sized businesses, large enterprises, and government agencies.

Key People

• Dave Schaeffer - Founder and CEO

See also

• Telecommunications
• Internet service provider
• Data center
• Network infrastructure

Related Pages

• Telecommunications
• Internet service provider
• Data center
• Network infrastructure